Party Makeup: 5 Looks for Your Celebrations

A celebration is the perfect excuse to play with makeup: shine, gold, red and a little glitter. Birthdays, special dinners, friends' weddings, graduations or a night of dancing: there is an occasion for every style.

Here are five party looks with step-by-step instructions.

Before you start: a base that survives the party

Celebrations tend to run long, with food, dancing and hugs. To make your makeup last:

• Prep skin with moisturizer and primer.
• Use a long-wear foundation in thin layers.
• Set the T-zone and under-eyes with powder.
• Finish with setting spray.
• Bring pressed powder and your lipstick.

Look 1: Luminous natural for dinner

Ideal for a family dinner, a special brunch or a daytime event.

1. Skin tint or light foundation and spot concealer.
2. Peach or pink cream blush.
3. Champagne highlighter on the cheekbones.
4. Soft bronze satin shadow and mascara.
5. Lips in a natural pink or lip oil.

Look 2: Classic red lip

Red never fails when you want to look elegant.

1. Polished, even skin.
2. Simple eyes: neutral shadow, a thin winged liner and lots of mascara.
3. Soft blush so it does not compete with your lips.
4. Line your lips with a red pencil, fill in the whole lip with it and apply lipstick on top.
5. Clean up the edges with a little concealer for a crisp finish.

Look 3: Gold glam

Perfect for an evening party or a gala event.

1. Eyeshadow primer and a caramel transition shade.
2. Dark brown on the outer corner.
3. Metallic gold shadow on the center of the lid, applied with a damp brush.
4. Black liner and false lashes.
5. Intense gold highlighter on the cheekbones and inner corners.
6. Caramel nude lips with a touch of gloss.

Look 4: Emerald or wine eyes

Emerald, forest green and wine shades are elegant and flatter many eye colors.

1. Apply the green or wine shade all over the lid.
2. Deepen the outer corner with dark brown.
3. Brighten the inner corner with gold.
4. Line the lower lash line with the same shade, smudged.
5. Rosy nude lips.

Look 5: Glitter for dancing

For birthdays, clubs or themed parties.

1. Do your eyes before your skin.
2. A shadow base in a shade similar to your glitter (gold, silver or pink).
3. Apply glitter glue and press glitter onto the lid or just the inner corner.
4. Lift fallout with gentle tape.
5. Simple skin and soft lips to balance.

Pro tips for any party

• Choose one star: bold eyes or bold lips.
• Waterproof mascara for dance-floor heat and emotional moments.
• Check your look with flash: there will be lots of photos.
• Coordinate with your outfit: gold with black, red with white, silver with blue.
• Always remove your makeup before bed, even if you get home late.

Common mistakes

• Piling shine on every part of your face.
• Forgetting your touch-up kit.
• Trying new products on the day of the party.
• Applying glitter after foundation.

Find it at BeautyRosee

In our makeup collection you will find eyeshadow palettes with metallic shades, glitter and pigments, highlighters, blushes, eyeliners, false lashes, lipsticks and setting sprays. Also check out the palettes and new arrivals from Beauty Creations and Kevin & Coco.

FAQ

Which eyeshadow colors work best for a party?

Gold, bronze, wine, emerald green, silver and any metallic shade stand out under artificial light.

How do I make my red lipstick last all night?

Line and fill in your whole lip with pencil, apply lipstick, blot with a tissue and apply a second coat.

What makeup should I wear to an evening party?

Gold or glitter glam is very popular. If you prefer something simpler, a liner look with a touch of shimmer in the inner corner also feels festive.

Can I wear glitter if I have sensitive eyes?

Go for gel glitter, keep it away from the waterline and remove it carefully at the end of the night.

May your makeup shine as bright as your celebrations. Find everything for your party looks in our makeup collection and at Beauty Creations.